Description
Lords of the Soil: A Romance of Indian Life Among the Early English Settlers is a historical fiction novel written by Lydia A. Jocelyn and published in 1905. The novel is set in the early days of English colonization in America and follows the story of a group of settlers who establish a community in the wilderness of the New World. The story revolves around the interactions between the settlers and the Native American tribes who inhabit the land, particularly the Mohawk tribe. The novel offers a vivid portrayal of the struggles and challenges faced by the early settlers as they attempt to build a new life in a foreign land. It also explores the complex relationships between the settlers and the Native Americans, highlighting the cultural clashes and misunderstandings that often occurred. The central characters of the novel are the members of the English settlement, including the leader, Captain Roger Leighton, and his wife, Lady Leighton. The story also features several Native American characters, including the Mohawk chief, Tarenyawagon, and his daughter, Oona. The novel follows the romantic relationships that develop between these characters, as well as the conflicts and tensions that arise as a result of their cultural differences. Overall, Lords of the Soil is a compelling and engaging work of historical fiction that offers a unique perspective on the early days of English colonization in America. Through its vivid characters and detailed descriptions of life in the wilderness, the novel provides a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
